Haruka Horikoshi

Objective This study aimed to clarify the perceptions of rural women about their decisions on where to give birth in Gabon. Method This study used a qualitative descriptive design using semi-structured interviews. Study participants were women at least 20 years old and had given birth within the past 2 years. The study area was approximately 25–30 km from the capital of Gabon. Data collection was conducted between May and mid-July 2023.